The newly-published ISO standard 5060:2024 Translation services – Evaluation of translation output provides general guidance on the evaluation of output from human translation and post-edited or unedited machine translation. This blog outlines what guidance ISO 5060 includes, how it is…
ISO 17100 defines the requirements for quality Translation Services, including the competence of key roles including the translators themselves, revisers, reviewers and project managers. While there are several ways to demonstrate translator competence including formal qualifications and experience, the…
ISO 27001, the international standard for Information Security, has been revised and published in October 2022, meaning Language Service Providers using the standard should begin planning their transition to the new edition to ensure certificates remain valid. What’s New in ISO…
ATC Certification, the UK-based language services industry expert ISO Certification Body, has launched an ISO 23155 certification scheme for conference interpreting. ISO 23155:2022 is the newly published international standard specifying requirements and recommendations for the provision of conference interpreting services,…
Does it really make sense to get certified to three standards at a time? Yes! That’s the resounding experience of our team at ATC Certification. Many of our language service company clients are certified, and get audited to, ISO 9001…
Collaborative ISO 20771 Certification from ATC Certification ISO 20771 is the internationally recognised standard for legal translation services, providing the responsibilities and requirements for operating a quality legal translation service. Although very similar to ISO 17100, ISO 20771 is designed…
There is a lot happening with ISO standards for interpreting right now! Client-side organisations in both the private and public sectors are becoming increasingly aware of ISO standards relating to interpreting, and companies providing both spoken and non-spoken interpreting services…
Translation Service Providers (TSPs) routinely handle their clients’ data in day-to-day business operations. Protecting that information while it’s in your custody is essential to remain compliant with local legislation, contractual arrangements and to maintain the reputation of your business. ISO…
Buying language services can be a challenge. How do you differentiate between prospective suppliers? How do you ensure that the supplier you choose will deliver the high quality of service you require? What to Look for When Buying Language…
